DR. CHRISTOPHER VARE M.D.
NPI 1558688986
Family Medicine in Columbus, NJ

Active since April 25, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4, COLUMBUS, NJ 08022(609) 238-3304 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 16, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 13, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 16, 2023, Feb 7, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Christopher Vare M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CHRISTOPHER VARE M.D. (NPI 1558688986) is an individual family medicine provider in Columbus, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA08670900) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Virtua Willingboro Hospital, and is a graduate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558688986
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER VARECredential: M.D.
Location Address23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4Columbus, NJ 08022-1980
Mailing Address401 Route 73 N Ste 320Marlton, NJ 08053-3426 · (609) 298-3304
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateApril 25, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 16, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 16, 2023
NPI 1558688986 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in NJ · 25MA08670900
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4, Columbus, NJ 08022

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Vare M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5294928685
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101018001062
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
372 services197 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
235 services235 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
232 services232 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
96 services95 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
87 services86 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
51 services42 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Virtua Willingboro Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Willingboro, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310061
Location218A Sunset RoadWillingboro, NJ 08046 · Burlington County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08022 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$94.90 typical visit price
range $61.59 – $185.05
Typical copayment $23.72 (range $15.39 – $46.26)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$107.94 typical visit price
range $20.08 – $150.98
Typical copayment $26.98 (range $5.02 – $37.74)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers28 claims58 services$5.53 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
6 suppliers15 claims15 services$1.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier25 claims25 services$46.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$25.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$41.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Family Medicine
23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4
COLUMBUS, NJ 08022
Family Medicine
23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4
COLUMBUS, NJ 08022
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4
COLUMBUS, NJ 08022
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4
COLUMBUS, NJ 08022
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4
COLUMBUS, NJ 08022
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
23659 COLUMBUS RD STE 4
COLUMBUS, NJ 08022

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Vare's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Vare is 1558688986. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2010.

Where is Christopher Vare located?

Christopher Vare practices at 23659 Columbus Rd Ste 4, Columbus, NJ 08022. The listed phone number is (609) 238-3304.

What is Christopher Vare's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Christopher Vare enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Vare is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Christopher Vare affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Vare is affiliated with Virtua Willingboro Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Vare was last updated on February 16, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.